Recreational Program Coordinator EUTC Competition 2026-039

Competition #2026-039

Category: Full-Time Term until August 29 2026

Closing Date: May 15 2026

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Service Delivery the incumbent will assist with coordinating and providing support for day-to-day on-site activities for youth participants of the Eagles Nest First Nations Youth Program following the cultural Medicine Wheel concept. The goal of the Eagles Nest Program is to provide 60 First Nations youth between the ages of 16 and 30 with training in the areas of physical mental spiritual and emotional skills and well-being. This position is designed for a post-secondary student returning to school in September 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily skill development activities in the following areas: Literacy development including group reading (reviews internet research daily journaling) meal preparation and nutritional education computer literacy internet and word processing community and education resource awareness.
• Encourage youth to develop self-confidence self-esteem and pride through social skills and strategy development including written oral and presentation communication skills personal portfolio development and personal action planning.
• Assist with activities facilitated by staff workshop facilitators and/or community volunteers who provide teaching or support in education health life skills First Nations culture economics politics employment training and recreation
• Provide support through employment references personal and family advising (on-site home visits or informal meetings) employment counselling mentorship opportunities and volunteer opportunities.
• Support transitional planning including goal setting and counselling youth for employment secondary or post-secondary education

Qualifications: Education & Experience

• Must be a post-secondary student returning to school in September 2026
• Experience working with First Nations youth is an asset
• Knowledge of the challenges and issues facing First Nations youth along with relevant strategies
• Excellent written presentation and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage conflict effectively
• Valid Class 5F Drivers License and access to a reliable vehicle is considered an asset
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check

Interested applicants are invited to submit their cover letter identifying the position title and quote competition number applying for qualifications and resume along with 3 professional reference listings (including a most recent employer reference) by4:00 p.m. May 15 2026 to:

Human Resources

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs

14th Floor 275 Portage Avenue Winnipeg Manitoba R3B 2B3

Quote Competition # 2026-039 in your application

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will be given to First Nations students. If successful applicants will be asked to provide verification of citizenship documentation issued by a First Nation or government-issued documentation or affirmation from Inuit Métis or non-status Indigenous community with which they identify. Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.

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